Hendra virus (nested)

Contact your veterinarian immediately if you suspect your animal may have Hendra virus infection. Veterinarians that suspect Hendra virus infection in a patient should follow standard procedures to investigate the situation.

As a horse owner or person dealing with horses, you have a general biosecurity obligation to take all reasonable and practical measures to prevent or minimise the effects of a biosecurity risk. Hendra virus poses a serious biosecurity risk. This means you are legally required to reduce the risk of Hendra virus infection and limit the spread of Hendra virus when dealing with horses and other possible carriers. Read more about what to do if you suspect your horse has Hendra virus.

If you become aware of the presence of Hendra virus infection in any species of animal, you must report it to Biosecurity Queensland on:

• 13 25 23 during business hours
• 1800 675 888 (Emergency Animal Disease Hotline) 24 hours per day.